Registration opens:
October 21st, 2026

Costume Makers Lab: Fantasy Props and Ornaments

Ages 13 over. Create a fantasy-inspired prop, ornament or costume accessory. Learn how to make a simple base using wire, paper and foil then shape and sculpt your design with air-dry clay.

The focus is on learning the creative process from an idea and basic structure to a finished costume accessory, prop or ornament, rather than creating a complex or fully finished project.

 Materials: All materials are provided.

Registration: Registration opens October 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM.

Important Note: Participants must be 13 years of age or older. Registrations for participants under 13 will be cancelled.

We are offering this creative learning opportunity in two different sessions with different themes.

• Costume Makers Lab: Fantasy Horns and Headpieces - October 24 | 2:00–5:00 p.m. | Connaught Branch
• Costume Makers Lab: Fantasy Props and Ornaments - November 21 | 2:00–5:00 p.m. | Central Library

Participants will learn how to:

• Develop a simple character or costume concept.
• Plan a project and choose appropriate materials.
• Create basic shapes and structures using wire, paper, and foil.
• Build and shape a lightweight base for a costume accessory.
• Sculpt and add details using air-dry clay.
• Turn their ideas into a simple, wearable or decorative costume piece.

Depending on their ideas, participants could create:

🪄 Fantasy wand or magical object
🐉 Small fantasy prop
✨ Decorative ornament
🎭 Character-inspired accessory
🐾 Miniature creature or figure
🌙 Fantasy-inspired decoration
👑 Simple costume piece or headpiece

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